existing features

[ɪɡˈzɪstɪŋ ˈfiːtʃərz]
noun phrase
recursos existentes
1. characteristics, functions, or capabilities that already exist in a product, system, or software application
The new update maintains all existing features while adding new functionality.
A nova atualização mantém todos os recursos existentes enquanto adiciona novas funcionalidades.
2. pre-existing attributes or elements that are currently present or operational
We need to preserve the existing features before implementing the redesign.
Precisamos preservar os recursos existentes antes de implementar o redesenho.
This phrase is particularly common in software development, product management, and technology contexts in both Brazil and the USA. In Brazil, tech companies and startups frequently use this term in Portuguese as 'recursos existentes' when discussing product updates and development roadmaps.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
current featurespresent capabilitiesestablished functionspre-existing elements
Antonyms / Antônimos
new featuresproposed featuresfuture functionality

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
recursos existentes
most common and neutral usage
General Brazilian
funcionalidades atuais
alternative usage emphasizing current functions
Portugal
características existentes
Portuguese preference for características in formal contexts
General (Tech)
features presentes
common in technical documentation

Related Words

functionalitycapabilitiesattributesspecificationslegacy featuresbuilt-in features

Related Idioms & Phrases

preserve existing features
maintain backward compatibility with existing features
leverage existing features
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